Our welfare team received a call by a concerned member of the public. The lady who reported had been walking her dog along the moor in the Whitchurch area and noticed very young foal who appeared to have just been born that day. November is a very cold time to have new-born foals on the moorland and our weather conditions have been harsh.
Our welfare officer went out straight away to see the foal and ensure mum was taking good care of the foal, which she was.
On arrival the mare was being followed by a small chestnut stallion, our welfare officer encouraged the stallion to change direction and the mare and foal were able to seek comfort and shelter in the bracken and bushes. The pony and foal's owner was contacted, we have agreed to monitor the pony and take into consideration weather conditions over the next few weeks.
If you have any concerns about ponies on the moor please do let our welfare team know by calling the office on 01822854823 or alternatively you can call our welfare officer on 07717311251
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